Islamabad: Ban Imposed on Vegetable Cultivation Using Sewage Water, Food Authority Takes Action

Independent Report
Islamabad, 12 December 2025:

The Islamabad Food Authority (IFA) conducted an operation against individuals cultivating vegetables using sewage water in the federal capital. In Sector G-15, cultivation of radish, mint, and spinach on 32 kanals of land was halted, and heavy fines were imposed on the violators. Deputy Director of IFA stated that the crops were being grown using contaminated sewage water, posing serious health risks to consumers.

The Deputy Director emphasized that only non-edible crops can be grown using sewage water, and the cultivation of vegetables for human consumption is strictly prohibited. Dr. Tahira Siddique warned that vegetables grown with toxic water can lead to serious diseases and health hazards.

The Food Authority official further highlighted that strict monitoring is being enforced at all levels to ensure the supply of safe and hygienic food in the federal capital. The authority vowed to continue strict action against such violations to protect public health and provide safe, quality food to residents.